Manuka
Manuka
Aka New Zealand Tea Tree
Leptospermum scoparium
Steam distilled from twigs and leaves of wild plants
in New Zealand
Manuka oil is a pale yellow to colorless liquid with a fresh and herbaceous and somewhat spicy odor.
Manuka is not really a star of perfumery—it’s a traditionally medicinal botanical and the oil is interesting to aromatherapy use.
Battaglia says
Analgesic
Antibacterial
Antifungal
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-viral
Deodorant
Expectorant
Immune stimulant
Insecticide
Sedative
Are some of the actions aromatherapy links to manuka
He also maintains there is interesting liasons available in perfumery using essential oils such as bergamot, laurel, black pepper, clove, cinnamon, cedar, elemi, ginger, lavender, nutmeg, sandalwood, vetiver and ylang ylang.
I agree, but it depends on which direction your perfumery leanings are. Don’t dismiss manuka!
For quite an interesting source of information from Down Under, please check out the Complete Guide to Aromatherapy
Safety Issues
As with most essential oils, dilute before using on skin. Perform a patch test before use if essential oil sensitivity is suspected. Do not take essential oils internally. Do not use on children or pets. Seek advice from a trained aromatherapist before using on people with compromised immune systems. Keep away from eyes and mucus membranes.
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